Senior Software Engineer - Lead
Boston Scientific
Summary
Boston Scientific is seeking a highly motivated R&D software engineering leader to join our growing Interventional Cardiology R&D organization. In this role, you will lead a team in the design and development of medical device software for innovative products that sustain and improve the lives of patients around the world.
Job description
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead a team in the design, implementation, documentation, testing and support of medical device software.
- Communicate project status, progress and risks to internal stakeholders on a regular basis.
- Assign work and track development progress using Agile methodologies.
- Ensure software development activities are documented in accordance with approved procedures and standards.
- Analyze, evaluate and verify software and system requirements using software engineering best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement of processes, workflows and development methodologies through collaboration with peers and cross-functional teams.
- Support team members and project activities to help achieve project goals and timelines.
- Mentor junior engineers in software and hardware engineering activities, methodologies and domain knowledge.
- Participate in reviews of software design and development activities.
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering or a related field with a minimum of 6 years' relevant work experience; master's degree with a minimum of 4 years' relevant work experience; or doctoral degree with a minimum of 2 years' relevant work experience.
- Background in software development within the medical device industry.
- Proficiency in developing Windows-based software using Microsoft development tools.
- Strong programming skills in C# and C++.
- Demonstrated ability to document software deliverables in compliance with IEC 62304 and relevant FDA guidance.
- Proven ability to lead software development teams using Agile methodologies.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional engineering teams.
Preferred qualifications:
- Familiarity with the Atlassian toolchain or similar software development and collaboration tools.
- Knowledge of Windows debugging and memory management tools.
- Understanding of software code optimization techniques.
- Background in developing software with enhanced security considerations.
- Software development involving interfaces with custom hardware.
- Knowledge of automation frameworks for software build and test activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering or a related field with a minimum of 6 years' relevant work experience; master's degree with a minimum of 4 years' relevant work experience; or doctoral degree with a minimum of 2 years' relevant work experience.
- Background in software development within the medical device industry.
- Proficiency in developing Windows-based software using Microsoft development tools.
- Strong programming skills in C# and C++.
- Demonstrated ability to document software deliverables in compliance with IEC 62304 and relevant FDA guidance.
- Proven ability to lead software development teams using Agile methodologies.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional engineering teams.
- Familiarity with the Atlassian toolchain or similar software development and collaboration tools.
- Knowledge of Windows debugging and memory management tools.
- Understanding of software code optimization techniques.
- Background in developing software with enhanced security considerations.
- Software development involving interfaces with custom hardware.
- Knowledge of automation frameworks for software build and test activities.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Annual bonus target
- Long-term incentives
Company overview
Boston Scientific Corporation is a global leader in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of minimally invasive medical devices used in interventional medical specialties. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company focuses on transforming patient lives through innovative medical solutions across a wide range of therapeutic areas including cardiology, endoscopy, urology, pulmonology, and neuromodulation. With approximately 53,000 employees worldwide and operations in 40 countries, Boston Scientific serves over 44 million patients annually. The company invests heavily in research and development, allocating $1.6 billion to R&D in 2024, and maintains a strong commitment to quality, patient safety, and meaningful innovation. Boston Scientific's product portfolio includes advanced technologies such as cardiac rhythm management devices, coronary stents, ablation systems, endoscopy equipment, and neuromodulation therapies, all designed to improve patient outcomes and quality of life through less invasive treatment options.